Moderns that Matter: The Bay Architecture Tour

Schedule

Fri Oct 10 2025 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Blue Pagoda Welcome Center | Sarasota, FL

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Join a guide from Architecture Sarasota to learn more about several historically and architecturally significant buildings at The Bay.
About this Event

“Moderns That Matter seeks to identify the Sarasota landmarks - from the iconic structures to everyday places – that give our community its architectural character and distinct sense of place." ~ Morris [Marty] Hylton III, President,

The Cultural District in The Bay park includes several historically and architecturally significant buildings, four of which are on the US National Register of Historic Places: the Municipal Auditorium (1937), the Chidsey Library Building (1941), the Blue Pagoda Welcome Center (1956), and the Sarasota Garden Club (1960).

The district was included on . With input from residents and those who care about the community, this list reflects nearly 100 years of Sarasota’s development and built and cultural heritage.

In partnership with Architecture Sarasota, join an expert guide on this special walking tour to learn more about the design and history of these notable buildings as well as recent and future structures planned for the 53-acre site.

Due to popular demand, registrations are accepted only four weeks in advance.

Please refrain from registering for multiple dates to ensure there is enough space to accommodate everyone who is interested in this special tour.

Event sold out? Please consider these options:

  • Check back online closer to the event to see if cancellations result in openings, or...
  • Stop by the Blue Pagoda Welcome Center (655 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 34236) before 10am the morning of a scheduled Moderns That Matter: The Bay Architecture Tour to see if there are any “no-shows.”

IF YOUR PLANS CHANGE: Space is very limited and due to popular demand, there is a growing waitlist. As a courtesy to other park guests, please quickly cancel your Eventbrite reservation if you are no longer able to attend so your spot can be released to someone else.


Know Before You Go:

  • Meet at the Blue Pagoda (655 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 34236)
  • Free parking is located around the site— along Blvd of the Arts and Van Wezel Way, and in front of the Van Wezel, Municipal Auditorium and Blue Pagoda. Please avoid parking in designated Sarasota Orchestra parking areas.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Please report any risky or unsafe behavior to the Sarasota Non-Emergency Police 24 hours a day (941) 316-1199.

NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, this event will be CANCELLED. Notices will be communicated via ,, and up to one hour before start time as unpredictable Florida weather changes quickly.


About

Architecture Sarasota believes in the power of design to reimagine communities and strengthen the connections between people and the places they live, work, and gather. The organization’s mission is to steward the legacy of the Sarasota School of Architecture and provide a forum for the education, advocacy, and celebration of good design in the global built environment. Architecture Sarasota meets this mission by engaging residents and experts and collaborating with local, national, and global partners.


About The Bay Third Anniversary Community Celebration

This is one of 80+ FREE and fun events at The Bay during the park's month-long Third Anniversary Celebration.

  • to explore the full Schedule of Anniversary Events offered October 1 - November 2.

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Blue Pagoda Welcome Center, 655 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, United States

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